Receptionist
| Posting date: | 04 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 December 2025 |
| Location: | Lerwick, Shetland Islands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NHS Shetland Board |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 230670 |
Summary
Receptionist (Ref: 230670)
Substantive post
Part time 8 hours per week
Band 3* - Salary Range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum (pro rata)
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata)
Are you organised, approachable and ready to support frontline healthcare delivery? Join our reception team at the Gilbert Bain Hospital and become a key contact for patients, staff and visitors.
The Gilbert Bain Hospital Reception serves as the first place of contact for visitors and patients but is also a vital service centre, providing essential support to the hospital and wider community teams. The department plays a pivotal role in ensuring timely responses, effective communication, and the coordination of resources.
Previous reception/secretarial experience and skills are desirable, however in house training will be provided.
*You will initially be appointed at Band 2 level (Salary range £25,694 – £27,900 per annum pro-rata) rising to Band 3 once successful completion of competencies.
Please note that this post is not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship BEFORE submitting any applications. Further information can be found here
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
For an informal discussion, please contact: shreyansh.kayastha@nhs.scot
Closing date: 21/12/25
Interview date: 09/01/26
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Substantive post
Part time 8 hours per week
Band 3* - Salary Range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum (pro rata)
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata)
Are you organised, approachable and ready to support frontline healthcare delivery? Join our reception team at the Gilbert Bain Hospital and become a key contact for patients, staff and visitors.
The Gilbert Bain Hospital Reception serves as the first place of contact for visitors and patients but is also a vital service centre, providing essential support to the hospital and wider community teams. The department plays a pivotal role in ensuring timely responses, effective communication, and the coordination of resources.
Previous reception/secretarial experience and skills are desirable, however in house training will be provided.
*You will initially be appointed at Band 2 level (Salary range £25,694 – £27,900 per annum pro-rata) rising to Band 3 once successful completion of competencies.
Please note that this post is not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship BEFORE submitting any applications. Further information can be found here
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
For an informal discussion, please contact: shreyansh.kayastha@nhs.scot
Closing date: 21/12/25
Interview date: 09/01/26
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.